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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Budapest to San Jose Juan Santamaria? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Jose.$1,098 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May, returning Fri, 6 Jun.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Budapest on Thu, 22 May, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,098, select.
San Jose.$1,194 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 23 Sep.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Budapest on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,194, select.
San Jose.$1,255 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Jun, returning Thu, 19 Jun.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Budapest on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,255, select.
San Jose.$1,320 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct, returning Tue, 21 Oct.Return flight with SWISS and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Budapest on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,320, select.
San Jose.$1,410 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 May, returning Mon, 12 May.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Budapest on Mon, 5 May, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,410, select.
San Jose.$1,456 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar, returning Mon, 23 Mar.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Budapest on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,456, select.
San Jose.$1,468 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Thu, 3 Jul.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Budapest on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,468, select.
San Jose.$1,490 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Nov, returning Wed, 3 Dec.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Budapest on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,490, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Budapest to San Jose Juan Santamaria

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Budapest to San Jose Juan Santamaria flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from $1,410
Jun
from $1,255
Jul
from $2,106
Aug
from $1,799
Sep
from $1,194
Oct
from $1,320
Nov
from $1,755
Dec
from $1,732
Jan
from $1,602
Feb
from $1,529
Mar
from $1,456
Apr
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Budapest to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Budapest to San Jose below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Jose Juan Santamaria.

Budapest to San Jose: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,098
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Budapest to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Budapest to San Jose Juan Santamaria is $1,093. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Budapest to San Jose Juan Santamaria. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,098.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Budapest to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
The cheapest month to fly from Budapest to San Jose Juan Santamaria is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Budapest Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport on Thursday, 22 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Budapest Airport and San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
Currently, SWISS offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Jose Juan Santamaria.

Flying from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know

  • San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, making San Jose seven hours behind Budapest.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BUD to SJO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BUD and SJO:

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • $1,068 is currently the best price for a one-way Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,093. These prices may change depending on demand.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BUD to SJO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.

  • Finding cheap flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from BUD to SJO.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.

Handy information about Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, 71.48% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • To reach Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport from central Budapest, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour on public transport.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to BUD? If you're catching an early flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to SJO if you're catching a late Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Pick up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car and discover San Jose and beyond with your own wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are leading providers you can book with here.

  • Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.

Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose

  • Juan Santamaria International Airport to central San Jose has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you around 2 hours 20 minutes.

When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to San Jose based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • When reserving your flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BUD to SJO sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Costa Rica

  • San Jose has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Costa Rica you should also see. About 113 kilometres east of San Jose, a visit to Limon will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.

  • Alajuela is another well-known destination in Costa Rica and is around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. No trip is complete without seeing La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.

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